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Quick Note: When You Know Better, Do Better

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Maya Angelou said, “Do the best you can until you know better. Then when you know better, do better.”

Perfection can be the enemy of good, great, or excellent.

When you mess up, recognize your mistake, fix what you can, and move on. And try to avoid making the same mistake again.

Don’t worry that you don’t know it all upfront. Experience is the best teacher.

Here’s more from Maya Angelou:

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2 Comments Add yours

  1. Wynne Leon says:
    January 26, 2023 at 11:39 AM

    Beautiful wisdom from the amazing Dr. Maya Angelou. I really enjoyed how you framed it. Thank you!

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    1. Unsettled Essence says:
      January 26, 2023 at 12:04 PM

      I’m glad it resonated with you. Thanks for your comment!

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